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The Left Page & Here Be Media

Frank and Leon
Capitalism
Scavenger's Reign
Canon
Corporatism
Gogmagog
Science Fiction
The City and the City
Baldur's Gate 3
Bethesda Softworks
Starfield
Fallout
Fallout 76
Elder Scrolls
Trauma
Alien Invasion
Environmentalism
Jeff Noon
China Miéville
Fandom
Star Wars

A Podcast about the Art of the Possible. Hosted by Frank, a Brazilian Historian (@FrankGothic), and Leon, Dutch social scientist (@LaboringLeon). In which we look at Literature (The Left Page) and Media (Here Be Media) through a socio-historical & Utopian lens!

Find more of our work and projects at linktr.ee/leftpagehbm

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Hello everyone!!

We're wrapping up the year in serious fashion, diving once back into Imperialism everywhere, with the 2025 Superman, and bringing our superhero liasion along, André!

This was a film really well talked about for being positive, and ... more

Hello everyone!!

We're finally tackling Tolkien! And so here we are, at the beggining... In a hole in the ground there lived a Hobbit.

We go into Tolkien's role in fantasy, how The Hobbit still holds up as both a monument of fantasy and still an ex... more

Hello everyone!!

We're back talking about Brazilian Literature, with a long overdue request! It's "Golden Harvest" or "São Jorge dos Ilhéus", by Jorge Amado!

The horrors of capitalism are everywhere, and none less here, where the forces of empire a... more

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We're talking about a great Sci-fi film, going into language, history and time. As we discuss some of Ted Chiang's short story "Story of Your Life", but primarily, the Denis Villeneuve film "Arrival"!

Why are aliens here? How can o... more

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Recent Guests

Oli Mould
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Hosts

Frank
Historian, academic, and writer with a focus on literary analysis and cultural critique.
Leon
Social scientist with insights into literature and media analysis through a socio-historical lens.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 48 ratings
  • Lol

    No joke this podcast popped up while I was searching for mythology podcasts...seems fitting

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    StuScotts
    United States5 years ago
  • Great Stuff!

    Entertaining and interesting commentary on literature from a Latin American perspective. I love the Borges episodes! Keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dats sum n gang tharr
    Canada5 years ago
  • Dope Left lit analysis

    The Left Page is a great leftist podcast that focuses on literature. I don’t care for reading much anymore and I haven’t read most of what they have reviewed but it’s still a great pleasure to listen to these two great friends talk about books. So much so that I listened to the first five episodes in a day. This is an amazing show with great hosts

    Apple Podcasts
    5
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  • Leftist Lit

    A great podcast investigating the intersections of literature and leftist politics. This show is hosted by passionate intellectuals who’ve got a lot to offer any bookworm. Put this pod in your ears and get yourself some learnin’.

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    5
    PearsonBolt
    United States7 years ago
  • Informative and entertaining

    Great podcast from very well researched people. Both fun and educational.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    A very tall man.
    United States7 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the engaging and thoughtful commentary on literature and media, praising the hosts for their insightful analyses and rich discussions on cultural themes.
Reviewers note the depth of exploration regarding complex socio-political issues, often citing a fresh take on well-known narratives as a standout feature.
Many express enjoyment of the hosts' interactions, highlighting their chemistry and ability to make profound topics approachable and relatable.

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Conversation #0002 - You Forgot Yourselves
Q: Is there any kind of moral messaging the game does with regards to people wanting to forget the war?
No, it doesn't approach like the war proper or what were the causes or the escalation of the war.
Here Be Media - Episode 44 - Paradise Killer: Defective Detectives
Q: Frank, what initially drew you into this game and made you recommend doing an episode about it?
I think for me, I was really enthralled by the detective narrative there. I really enjoyed it. I like a good mystery that grips me well enough.

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What is The Left Page & Here Be Media about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This engaging podcast focuses on the intersections between literature and media from a socio-historical and utopian perspective. Each episode typically involves vibrant discussions, where hosts explore the profound themes that literature and media convey concerning current social dynamics and historical contexts. A defining feature is the dual lens through which they analyze various narratives, critically reflecting on their implications while encouraging listeners to think deeply about the cultural artifacts they consume. Unique in their approach, the hosts often weave in personal anecdotes, ensuring that conversations resonate on both intellectual and emotional levels.

Listeners can anticipate a rich exploration of topics such as imperial... more

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